Job summary
This is an exciting and rewarding opportunity to join our Upper limb/Hand Outpatient Therapy Team as a static Band 7 Occupational Therapist. This post will be based on our Aintree Site.
We are looking for a highly skilled and dynamic clinician with significant experience and clinical skill within Upper limb/Hand therapy. The post holder must demonstrate the ability to lead the team delivering an innovative and responsive service to meet the needs of our patients and the organisation. The post holder will be required to manage a varied and complex caseload of patients from GP triage clinics, trauma, elective orthopaedics and rheumatology The post holder will have significant experience in working with adults with complex upper limb/hand presentations and will demonstrate confidence in managing a busy workload. We require a clinician with effective clinical reasoning skills, skilled in the manufacture of splints/ braces and functional rehabilitation.
This role requires excellent communication skills and the ability to work as an effective member of a supportive multi-disciplinary Upper limb/Hand Therapy Team. We are a busy city teaching hospital with excellent links to our Orthopaedic services and we work in an open learning culture. This role is supported by our Consultant Hand Therapist and Advanced Occupational Therapy and Physiotherapy Practitioners. We are committed to continual professional development through training, regular supervision, appraisal, and personalised development plans. You will be responsible for the supervision and support of junior staff as well as contributing to service development and research.
Staff are required to work flexibly to meet the needs of the service. This may include supporting seven-day services and shift patterns over an extended working day. We currently offer Musculoskeletal Occupational Therapy services at two main hospital sites (Broadgreen and Aintree).
An annex 21 training post will be considered.
Main duties of the job
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We are looking for and experienced MSK Clinician with excellent leadership and communication skills. You will be dynamic and flexible and able to perform under pressure. You will be able to problem solve and innovate depending on the specific needs of the patient.
The successful candidate will be able to work in a small team and manage a number of pressures and priorities whilst maintaining a high standard of care at all times.
Clinical Governance and Quality are at the heart of everything we do. You will be working in and open and honest culture with a focus on learning and development at all times.
About us
Liverpool University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust comprises Aintree University Hospital, Broadgreen Hospital & Royal Liverpool University Hospital.
We are part of NHS University Hospitals of Liverpool Group, formed on 1 Nov 2024 from the coming together of LUHFT and Liverpool Women's NHS Foundation Trust. The Group was born from a shared aim to improve the care we provide our patients.
UHLG is one of the largest employers in the region, with over 16,800 colleagues dedicated to caring for our communities - from birth and beyond.
For the 630,000 people across Merseyside, we are their local NHS. We provide general and emergency hospital care, alongside highly specialised regional services for more than two million people in the North West.
Aintree University Hospital is the single receiving site for adult major trauma patients in Cheshire and Merseyside and hosts a number of regional services including an award-winning stroke facility. Broadgreen Hospital is home to elective surgical, diagnostic and treatment services, together with specialist patient rehabilitation. Liverpool Women's Hospital specialises in the health of women and babies, delivering over 7,200 babies in the UK's largest single site maternity hospital each year. The Royal Liverpool University Hospital is the largest hospital in the country to provide inpatients with 100% single bedrooms and focuses on complex planned care and specialist services.
For roles at Liverpool Women's, visit their careers page.
Job description
Job responsibilities
See job description for full details.
Clinical
1.1 To undertake assessment of patients including those with diverse or complex presentations/multiple pathologies using advanced clinical reasoning skills and manual assessment techniques to clinically diagnose1.2Implement evidence based treatment plans with regards to physical, cognitive, perceptual, psychological and social functioning.1.3Deliver and evaluate treatment programmes according to health care needs using a comprehensive range of treatment options.1.4To manage waiting lists and prioritise referrals with own team.October 20241.5To advise, assist and educate Occupational Therapists on the management of clinically complex patients.1.6To take part in acute intervention Weekend Working (optional).1.7To carry out home assessments within the patients usual place of residence. Liaising with family, carers, multidisciplinary team and support teams within the community.1.8To make recommendations based on Occupational Therapy clinical reasoning, problem solving and risk assessment in order to maintain the patients functional abilities and quality of life within the community.1.9To liaise with statutory and voluntary agencies external to the Trust, regarding social care and housing. To provide equipment, recommend and arrange home adaptations to support independent living skills completing necessary documentation.1.10To ensure a high standard of patient care is provided, implementing and reviewing clinical standards relevant to the work undertaken.1.11To be responsible for training and supporting Therapy staff whos case load includes patients with scar management and pressure garments needs.1.12To work closely with other members of the Clinical Team to develop a co-ordinated Multidisciplinary Service and actively participate in the scheduled Team Meetings as required.1.13To ensure effective communication with patients, carers and all other Health & Social Care Professionals regarding all aspects of patient care. This will include patients who will have difficulties in understanding and communication.1.14To provide and receive complex information that requires empathy and reassurance, communicating where there may be barriers to understanding.1.15To attend Orthopaedic and Rheumatology clinics working with the Consultants, advising, treating and triaging as required.1.16To attend any other clinic relevant to the delivery of an effective musculo-skeletal service.
Clinical Governance
2.1 To comply with the Health & Safety Policies of the Trust including attendance at Mandatory Training as specified by the Trust.2.2To comply with and contribute to the development of departmental procedures and guidelines.2.3To ensure that all accidents, incidents and hazards are dealt with effectively and reported accordingly to Trust requirements.2.4To comply with the College of Occupational Therapy standards and rules of professional conduct.2.5To be responsible for maintaining accurate and comprehensive patient treatment records in line with Trust and Departmental Standards of Practice.2.6To develop and undertake Clinical Audit.2.7To ensure treatments offered to patients are based on the best available clinical evidence.2.8To gain valid informed consent in line with Trust & Departmental Policy.2.9To comply with the Data Protection Act and Caldicott recommendations.2.10To be responsible for managing clinical risk within the teams
Training & Development
3.1 To be responsible for maintaining own competency to practice through CPD activities and maintain a portfolio which reflects personal development.3.2Maintain and develop current knowledge of evidence-based practice within own area of work, developing high level knowledge of particular conditions and patient types.3.3To participate in relevant In-Service Training Programmes developed for the Musculo-skeletal Team.3.4To organise, lead and participate in In-Service Training programmes for the Occupational Therapy Team in the Musculo-skeletal Service.3.5To attend relevant advanced post grad. courses and conferences disseminating information from training attended as required3.6Complete annual appraisals and Personal Development Plans for self and staff assigned to your service /team.3.7To facilitate regular supervision and mentoring sessions of Occupational Therapists.3.8To teach and advise carers and other Health Professionals to ensure provision of good patient care.3.9To lead in supervision of students on clinical placement in the role of Clinical Educator.
Managerial & Leadership
4.1 To assist in the supervision of Occupational Therapists, Students and Assistants within the Musculoskeletal Service.4.2To provide the Clinical Occupational Therapy Specialist/Managers with relevant information for the planning and development of the unit.4.3To work within all Musculoskeletal OT Teams to provide staff cover, in times of annual leave/sickness etc while maintaining own clinical responsibilities.4.4To assist the Managers in achieving the departmental objectives and promoting an open style of management.4.5To participate in the professional development programme of the Occupational Therapy Department.4.6Co-ordinate the effective day to day running of own service and ensure effective dissemination of information.4.7To participate in the recruitment and selection of therapy staff under the guidance of Therapy Manager
Job description
Job responsibilities
See job description for full details.
Clinical
1.1 To undertake assessment of patients including those with diverse or complex presentations/multiple pathologies using advanced clinical reasoning skills and manual assessment techniques to clinically diagnose1.2Implement evidence based treatment plans with regards to physical, cognitive, perceptual, psychological and social functioning.1.3Deliver and evaluate treatment programmes according to health care needs using a comprehensive range of treatment options.1.4To manage waiting lists and prioritise referrals with own team.October 20241.5To advise, assist and educate Occupational Therapists on the management of clinically complex patients.1.6To take part in acute intervention Weekend Working (optional).1.7To carry out home assessments within the patients usual place of residence. Liaising with family, carers, multidisciplinary team and support teams within the community.1.8To make recommendations based on Occupational Therapy clinical reasoning, problem solving and risk assessment in order to maintain the patients functional abilities and quality of life within the community.1.9To liaise with statutory and voluntary agencies external to the Trust, regarding social care and housing. To provide equipment, recommend and arrange home adaptations to support independent living skills completing necessary documentation.1.10To ensure a high standard of patient care is provided, implementing and reviewing clinical standards relevant to the work undertaken.1.11To be responsible for training and supporting Therapy staff whos case load includes patients with scar management and pressure garments needs.1.12To work closely with other members of the Clinical Team to develop a co-ordinated Multidisciplinary Service and actively participate in the scheduled Team Meetings as required.1.13To ensure effective communication with patients, carers and all other Health & Social Care Professionals regarding all aspects of patient care. This will include patients who will have difficulties in understanding and communication.1.14To provide and receive complex information that requires empathy and reassurance, communicating where there may be barriers to understanding.1.15To attend Orthopaedic and Rheumatology clinics working with the Consultants, advising, treating and triaging as required.1.16To attend any other clinic relevant to the delivery of an effective musculo-skeletal service.
Clinical Governance
2.1 To comply with the Health & Safety Policies of the Trust including attendance at Mandatory Training as specified by the Trust.2.2To comply with and contribute to the development of departmental procedures and guidelines.2.3To ensure that all accidents, incidents and hazards are dealt with effectively and reported accordingly to Trust requirements.2.4To comply with the College of Occupational Therapy standards and rules of professional conduct.2.5To be responsible for maintaining accurate and comprehensive patient treatment records in line with Trust and Departmental Standards of Practice.2.6To develop and undertake Clinical Audit.2.7To ensure treatments offered to patients are based on the best available clinical evidence.2.8To gain valid informed consent in line with Trust & Departmental Policy.2.9To comply with the Data Protection Act and Caldicott recommendations.2.10To be responsible for managing clinical risk within the teams
Training & Development
3.1 To be responsible for maintaining own competency to practice through CPD activities and maintain a portfolio which reflects personal development.3.2Maintain and develop current knowledge of evidence-based practice within own area of work, developing high level knowledge of particular conditions and patient types.3.3To participate in relevant In-Service Training Programmes developed for the Musculo-skeletal Team.3.4To organise, lead and participate in In-Service Training programmes for the Occupational Therapy Team in the Musculo-skeletal Service.3.5To attend relevant advanced post grad. courses and conferences disseminating information from training attended as required3.6Complete annual appraisals and Personal Development Plans for self and staff assigned to your service /team.3.7To facilitate regular supervision and mentoring sessions of Occupational Therapists.3.8To teach and advise carers and other Health Professionals to ensure provision of good patient care.3.9To lead in supervision of students on clinical placement in the role of Clinical Educator.
Managerial & Leadership
4.1 To assist in the supervision of Occupational Therapists, Students and Assistants within the Musculoskeletal Service.4.2To provide the Clinical Occupational Therapy Specialist/Managers with relevant information for the planning and development of the unit.4.3To work within all Musculoskeletal OT Teams to provide staff cover, in times of annual leave/sickness etc while maintaining own clinical responsibilities.4.4To assist the Managers in achieving the departmental objectives and promoting an open style of management.4.5To participate in the professional development programme of the Occupational Therapy Department.4.6Co-ordinate the effective day to day running of own service and ensure effective dissemination of information.4.7To participate in the recruitment and selection of therapy staff under the guidance of Therapy Manager
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- B.Sc. in Occupational Therapy or Grad.Diploma in Occupational Therapy
- HCPC registration
Desirable
Experience
Essential
- Significant post registration experience
- Demonstrable broad based in musculo-skeletal areas: outpatients / orthopaedic inpatients / rheumatology
- Experience in supervision and training of juniors, assistants and students.
- Experience of orthotics
Desirable
- Experience of wound care and scar management.
Knowledge
Essential
- Evidence of service development and implementing change.
- Evidence of post registration training in relevant up to date musculo skeletal related techniques
Desirable
- Involvement in audit and / or research
Skills
Essential
- Excellent communication and presentation skills.
- Evidence of organisational skills.
- Evidence of leadership skills.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- B.Sc. in Occupational Therapy or Grad.Diploma in Occupational Therapy
- HCPC registration
Desirable
Experience
Essential
- Significant post registration experience
- Demonstrable broad based in musculo-skeletal areas: outpatients / orthopaedic inpatients / rheumatology
- Experience in supervision and training of juniors, assistants and students.
- Experience of orthotics
Desirable
- Experience of wound care and scar management.
Knowledge
Essential
- Evidence of service development and implementing change.
- Evidence of post registration training in relevant up to date musculo skeletal related techniques
Desirable
- Involvement in audit and / or research
Skills
Essential
- Excellent communication and presentation skills.
- Evidence of organisational skills.
- Evidence of leadership skills.
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
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Additional information
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
